The Rural Opportunities Podcast is where we talk about all things rural!

As an agricultural society, we have a long and rich history of rural, community and agriculture involvement. CRE believes in the power of rural communities and that they are vital to the prosperity of our province and beyond. On this podcast, we talk about rural opportunities and challenges and have conversations with the movers and shakers of rural. Thank you for joining us!

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Rural Opportunities Podcast Ep #22 – The Gallery in Holden The Rural Opportunities Podcast

In this episode Michele Mulder joins us to talk about a rural gem, the Gallery in Holden! The Gallery in Holden is a non-profit community organization dedicated to helping rural Albertan artists and crafts-people showcase their works to the public. The Gallery showcases a wide selection of locally produced artwork, wood carving, photographs, hand crafted items, and more! Michele also talks about moving from the city to the village of Holden and the power of volunteers! After this episode you might just want to put Holden on the map for your next road trip!Find the Gallery on Facebook here:https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Gallery-Holden-100076186661217/

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  • Municipal Election 2021, Camrose County Ep #2 Pt. 2 – Corey Szott + Cindy Trautman

    Get to know your 2021 Camrose County Municipal Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in Camrose County in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running for council! There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. ThankRead…

  • Municipal Election 2021, City of Camrose Ep #2 Pt. 1 – Joy Anne Murphy + Lana Broker

    Get to know your 2021 City of Camrose Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in the City of Camrose in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running! Stay tuned – There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and CamroseRead…

  • Municipal Election 2021, Camrose County Ep #1 Part 2 – Carl Bergstrom + Carlene Wetthuhn

    Get to know your 2021 Camrose County Municipal Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in Camrose County in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running for council! There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. ThankRead…

  • Municipal Election 2021, City of Camrose Ep #1 Pt. 1 – Don Rosland + Doug Mackay + Geoff Turnquist

    Get to know your 2021 City of Camrose Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in the City of Camrose in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running! Stay tuned – There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and CamroseRead…

  • Ep #10 – Indigenous Tourism Alberta

    Indigenous Tourism Alberta (ITA) is a non-profit organization devoted to help grow and promote authentic, sustainable and culturally rich Indigenous tourism experiences. Brown is a First Nations Cree Woman from the Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation and currently resides in Amiskwaciwaskahikan, Edmonton. Brown has a background as a performer, drummer, tourism entrepreneur, philanthropist and advocate forRead…

  • Ep #9 – Damien Kurek

    Join us as we get to know MP for Battle River–Crowfoot, Damien Kurek. We learn about Damien’s path and passion in Politics, his focus in Ottawa and the importance of good governance and representation for Rural in the House of Commons.Read More…

  • Ep #8 – All Aboard Battle River Train Excursions!

    Ken Espheter is a wealth of information and stories. Ken is involved in Battle River Train Excursions and is the President of the Battle River Railway Board of Directors. He is a community volunteer, a farmer, a train enthusiast, and a community builder. In this episode, Ken shares his experience with the Battle River RailwayRead…

  • Ep #7 – FARMZY – Farm Adventures Made Easy!

    Graham and Matt Graff are brothers and 5th generation farmers who believe everyone should have the opportunity to to experience a farm. They created FARMZY to help connect people with authentic farmers and their farms. FARMZY is an online platform to book real farm adventures and food experiences. It is designed to help decrease theRead…

  • Ep #6 – Métis Crossing Alberta

    Juanita Marois and Leon Hunter from Métis Crossing join us for this episode. Métis Crossing is the first major Métis cultural interpretive centre in Alberta and is a premier destination for Alberta Métis cultural interpretation, education, gatherings, and business development. Métis Crossing is a must-see rural Alberta cultural destination where people can learn about theirRead…